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13.01.2023

Toyota GR Yaris Review - A Champion Built To Race 1

TOYOTA GR YARIS REVIEW - A CHAMPION BUILT TO RACE

13 Jan 2023

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TOYOTA GR YARIS OVERVIEW

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A champion built to race and a vehicle born to perform, the originality of the GR all-new Toyota Yaris lies in its ability to offer a thrillingly dynamic driving experience while maintaining Toyota's well-established reputation for dependability and customer care.

The all-new GR Yaris Rally is a sports car specifically designed with truly performance-driven people in mind. It was developed from Toyota's championship-winning World Rally experience. Epitomising the ultimate performance hatch with speed in its blood and DNA from its World Rally Championship-winning sibling, the GR Yaris personifies the rush of thrilling on-the-limit driving pleasure by integrating engineering plus performance from motorsport.

The GR Yaris delivers motorsport technology and design to the average driver, allowing them the freedom and opportunity to immediately experience the true essence of Toyota Gazoo Racing. This is in keeping with the Toyota Gazoo Racing philosophy of building ever-better vehicles. The model line-up includes:

  • GR Yaris
  • GR Yaris Rally

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Fitted with one of the most powerful production 3-cylinder engines in the world, the GR Yaris has been purposefully designed from the ground up to deliver extreme performance. A six-speed manual gearbox perfectly paired with the new GR-FOUR permanent all-wheel drive system is responsible for managing such incredible performance and power.

Targeted at the hot hatch fanatics, the compact and lightweight GR Yaris features:

  • 1.6l, 3-cylinder
  • DOHC 12-Valve Engine
  • Single-Scroll Ball Bearing Turbocharger
  • Multi-Oil Jet Piston Cooling,
  • Part-Machined Intake Port
  • Large Diameter Exhaust

With maximum power output rated at 198 kW @ 6 500 r/min and peak torque of 360 Nm available between 3 000-4 600 r/min, the Gazoo Racing Yaris is equipped with the most powerful 3-cylinder production engine in the world. All this bestows the GR Yaris with a power-to-weight ratio of 156 kW/tonne, this compact beast is turbocharged and ready to go.

The GR Yaris is reported to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h thanks to its diminutive 1 280-kg kerb weight and clever all-wheel drive system which can distribute torque between the hatchback’s front and rear axles in either Normal, Sport, and Track setting.

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Oozing pedigree perfection, the GR Yaris Rally is also fitted with a luxurious and sports-themed interior that keeps up with its motorsport roots. It features a GR-badged 3-spoke genuine GR leather steering wheel, matching leather shift lever knob and drilled aluminium sports pedals to ensure a maximum tactile interface between man and machine.

The GR Yaris is further equipped with the standard interior, comfort, and convenience features like:

  • Adaptive Cruise Control
  • GR-badged Push Start Button
  • Full-Colour 4.2” TFT Multi-Information Display (MID)
  • Electrochromatic (Anti-Dazzle) Rear View Mirror
  • Turbo Boost Pressure
  • WiFi Internet Connectivity

In keeping with its motorsport heritage, a GR-badge 3-spoke genuine GR leather steering wheel, matching leather shift lever knob, and drilled aluminium sports pedals guarantee the best possible tactile relationship between ma and machine.

Download the GR Yaris brochure here for free and explore the new Yaris GR features in more detail.

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Always on the limit but never on the edge, prepare to enjoy the supreme sportiness of the GR Yaris that does not come at the expense of compromised safety. Equipped with a range of cutting-edge safety systems that serve to avoid or mitigate accidents or injuries, the capable GR Yaris guarantees a safe thrilling ride.

The GR Yaris Rally additionally features the modern Toyota Safety Sense package which includes more safety offers like sophisticated lane keeping and pre-collision technologies, ensuring secure enjoyment.

Boasting advanced safety and security features, the GR boasts:

  • Brake Assist (BA)
  • Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD)
  • Tyre Pressure Monitor
  • Vehicle-Stability Control (VSC)
  • Limited Slip Differential (LSD)
  • Class-Leading Airbags

Additionally, excessive brake pressure is modulated to permit continued tyre rotation in extreme braking situations, thanks to the fitted Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS).

TOYOTA GR YARIS INDIVIDUAL REVIEWS

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Performance-packed, the all-wheel-drive system featured in the GR is configured to deliver maximum accelerative traction through optimal torque distribution to all four wheels, while simultaneously remaining simple and lightweight.

New Toyota GR Yaris 1.6T

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The first available model in our range is the new Toyota GR Yaris which is fitted with 198kW of power as well as 360 Nm of torque.

Cash Price: R 791 900
Top Speed (km/h) 230
Standout Features: 225-40R18 Alloy Wheel
Dual Zone Auto Air Conditioner
Black, Power, Heated, Power Retractable Side Mirrors

New Toyota GR Yaris Rally 1.6T

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Top of the range is the new Toyota GR Yaris Rally also available in our range and is fitted with 198kW of power as well as 360 Nm of torque.

Cash Price: R 791 900
Top Speed (km/h) 230
Standout Features: 225-40R18 Alloy Forged Wheels
Adaptive High-Speed Cruise Control
Audio, Telephone, Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert Steering Switches

TOYOTA GR YARIS FAQS

How much is the New Toyota GR Yaris?

The new Toyota GR Yaris starts at R 791 900. The compact beast is available at CFAO Motors Toyota for purchase, find a dealer near you today.

Is the GR Yaris fuel efficient?

Yes, the GR Yaris is fuel efficient. With fuel consumption rated at just 7.6 litres per 100 kilometres, the compact GR makes everyday driving more enjoyable.

How many GR Yaris are available in South Africa?

190 is the reported number of units South Africa got. Homologation special - only 25 000 units of the road-going rally were produced for the whole world. Click here and get your GR Yaris at CFAO Motors today, while stock lasts!

Is the GR Yaris worth it?

Yes, the GR Yaris is worth it! In addition to offering a thrill that raises your pulse, the GR Yaris is designed, styled, and equipped with cutting-edge features like the black front grille and a rear roof spoiler that accentuate the Yaris’s Gazoo Racing motorsport credentials.

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One of a kind, the all-new Toyota GR Yaris is a compact sports car built for the road. Globally recognised as top in its class, the GR Yaris is equipped with an unmatched 1.6-litre three-cylinder turbocharged engine offering unbridled power, and a GR-Four all-wheel drive system.

CFAO Motors Toyota has various Toyota dealerships spread across the whole of South Africa to help you with your GR Yaris needs, no matter where you are in the country. Book a test drive with us today to experience the compact beast for yourself.

You are welcome to contact us for all your enquiries, our trained staff looks forward to assisting you with all your vehicle needs:

Email: autoteam@cfaomotors.co.za

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